Unmasking Autism
What better way to learn about autism than from an autistic person? Learn why autistics are unmasking for their mental health.
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Neurodiversity
Humans are weird and brains are complex. Neurodiversity is a term that encompasses the neurotypical and the neurodivergent.
Is anyone truly neurotypical? Maybe not but Western society has created standards that set expectations for everyone to conform, cultivating its definition.
Neurodiversity is beautiful, it’s simply the diversity in how humanity thinks. It’s what makes us human and sets us apart from the rest of the animal kingdom.
Day 2 – Informational Sessions & Resource Fair | Disability & Mental Health Summit 2022
Registration is now open for the resource fair and final day of sessions for Dan Miller’s Disability & Mental Health Summit on May 26th, 2022! I’m speaking at 1pm so I better see you there!
Ring Theory for Neurodiverse Families
Learn about the Ring Theory created by Susan Silk and how it can mitigate harm caused by miscommunication in neurodiverse families.
When the Autistic Mask Fails [Survey Results]
What are the long-term effects of autistic masking and what happens when it fails? Let’s talk about the survey results regarding when people are diagnosed.
Spoon Theory FAQ
Check out this FAQ on spoon theory. Share it with your friends and family when you’re too low on spoons to explain it to them.
Feelings Wheel for Alexithymia
I use this feelings wheel, created by Dr. Gloria Willcox, to assist with my alexithymia. If it helps you too, try my interactive tool to identify your current feelings.
Identity First Language vs Person First Language
The autistic community prefers identity-first language over person-first language. Learn what this means and why it’s important.
Aren’t we all a little bit human? Connecting with Autism
Tessa talks about their unique intersection of autism and information architecture because we are not all a little bit autistic.
Survey: Autism and Age of Diagnosis
At what age do autistic people get diagnosed? How prevalent is a late diagnosis and how late is a late diagnosis? How many of these adults have been diagnosed since childhood? This is what I hope to answer with my survey for autistic people.
I’m autistic and hate showers
Let’s talk about autism and hygiene. Why is it so complicated and how can you encourage your autistic child to shower more?
Autism Acceptance Spirit Week 2022
Autism Acceptance Spirit Week will soon be here! This tradition was started by The Neurodivergent Teacher. Check it out!
Autistic Communication, A Presentation by an Autistic Elementary Teacher
Did you know the Autistic community has their own set of social cues? By learning and accepting how Autistic people communicate, you can help everyone feel free to be themselves. Print this out for your classrooms!